$850 value Orlando package which includes a $250 airfare credit on Allegiant Airlines plus FREE airport parking and a bag full of goodies - Generously donated by the Quad City International Airport PLUS 4 - one day Park Hopper passes - Generously donated by Walt Disney World

$100 value Ballet Package - includes 4 tickets to see Ballet Quad Cities' performance of Cinderella, PLUS a backstage pass to meet the professional dancers on April 20, 2013 and an autographed Cinderella pointe shoe, from Ballet Quad Cities

Valued at $1,400: Four (4) Any day passes to the 2013 John Deere Classic; Four (4) tickets into the UnitedHealthcare Community Day Skybox (good on Thursday July 11) includes unlimited food & beverage; 2012 Framed Pin Flag signed by Champion, Zach Johnson; AND meet the Pro/autograph opportunity Donated by the John Deere Classic

Marie-Grace doll, donated by American Girl

$220 value St. Louis Package includes: Two (2) Reserved Seats for a Monday-Thursday St. Louis Cardinals home game during the 2013 season. - EXCLUSIONS APPLY - Donated by the St. Louis Cardinals; 2 tickets for a "Journey to the Top" of the Gateway Arch plus 2 tickets for a one-hour sightseeing cruise aboard the Gateway Arch Riverboat, donated by the Gateway Arch and Gateway Arch Riverboats at the Core of Discovery; and an Overnight with breakfast for two at the Holiday Inn Route 66 (11 miles from Busch Stadium), donated by Innkeeper Hospitality Services

$50 Gift Card donated by 5ive Star Salon Spa, Davenport

"Posey Fairy" sculpture donated by Isabel Bloom

One hour massage PLUS one hour facial donated by Massage Envy

Two hour bowling and pizza party package donated by Miller Time Bowl

$50 Gift Card to Johnny's Italian Steakhouse

Basket with wine, wine glasses, chocolate and two tickets for Rock of Ages at the Adler on April 24th

donated by the RiverCenter / Adler Theatre

AND MUCH MORE - Too many to list here!!!!!!

CASH, CHECKS and CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED!

]]>rick@rcreader.com (Ballet Quad Cities)Local EventsWed, 06 Mar 2013 19:19:39 +0000SOME “BUNNY” WILL BE ARRIVING SOONhttp://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/some-bunny-will-be-arriving-soon/
http://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/some-bunny-will-be-arriving-soon/WHO: Get a jump on spring: Although Easter is still weeks away, children can celebrate early at NorthPark and SouthPark Malls. The Easter Bunny is hopping his way over to Younkers Court at SouthPark and Von Maur Court at NorthPark and will continue to be on site from March 8 through Saturday, March 30th.

WHAT: Families can take home this memory by purchasing a special photo of their child with the Easter Bunny. While supplies last, children also will receive a complimentary activity book, courtesy of NorthPark and SouthPark Malls when they visit.

NorthPark and SouthPark Malls have all the “eggs”stras your family needs this spring. From fresh and fun spring attire for the entire family to everything you need for warm-weather entertaining, NorthPark and SouthPark Malls offer a strong roster of stores to help you make the most of spring.

###]]>rick@rcreader.com (Aliesha Chiesa)Local EventsTue, 05 Mar 2013 22:51:04 +0000CASI- Owney Irish Red Tapping, Saturday, March 9!http://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/casi-owney-irish-red-tapping-saturday-march-9/
http://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/casi-owney-irish-red-tapping-saturday-march-9/Known for their “outside the box” fundraising programs, senior center CASI (Center for Active Seniors, Inc.) in Davenport, Iowa, has” brewed” the prefect fundraising plan. CASI has teamed up with a regional microbrewery, Great River Brewery, to create a new beer dedicated to seniors and senior services. The results: Owney Irish Red Ale. Owney, an old Irish name for “elderly” is on shelves now at retail locations throughout the Quad Cities. Proceeds from the sale of Owney Irish Red Ale will be used by CASI to fund services for seniors in the Quad City community.

On March 9, a formal tapping event is planned at Great River Brewery (332 E 2nd St., Davenport) beginning at 1:00 p.m. Area senior centers and the general public are invited to join in the festivities. Food will be provided by The Fountains Senior Living Community of Bettendorf.

We all have a senior in our life that needs our help. So toast CASI with a pint of Owney and support our senior services!

Founded in 1973, CASI is a multi-service nationally accredited senior center providing a variety of social, educational, support and wellness programs and activities designed for adults over the age of 60 and their families/caregivers.

Being a Member of the Chamber helps you to gather leads, meet prospects and promote your products and services. Your business is listed on www.LeClaireChamber.com for all who visit the site to see, not to mention the 1000’s of visitors to our Facebook page! The Chamber refers our members first and encourages others to do business with our members. Attend Annual and Monthly Events! Stay up to date with news and events, and post your announcements for free in the Friday Announcements! Low cost advertising is available to members in our quarterly Newsletter. Stay involved, meet new people, and make a difference in your community! Membership form attached!

Food and Beverage Samples at Mississippi River Distilling Company www.mrdistilling.com 5:30-8:00 p.m. March’s “gift with purchase” is a special free pint glass featuring the Cody Road Whiskey logo on one side and "My St. Patty's Day Shot Glass" on the other for every bottle purchased while supplies last. A St. Patrick’s Day inspired drink planned in the bar called a Sham-O-Rita and samples of the Blueberry Rose made with River Rose Gin, blueberries and a hint of lemon. Chef Stephanie is preparing a Lenten special with seafood soup and Sorghrum Caramel Chocolate Chip Grilled Bananas.

Wine samples at Wide River Winery We are excited to partner with Crane and Pelican Cafe in LeClaire for our March celebration. Samples of chicken and rice in a delicious port sauce made with our very own Ms. Issippi Port will be available. www.wideriverwinery.com

Aunt Hattie’s Fanciful Emporium will be open late – go in for a free red velvet cupcake! Yummmy!!

Free Appraisals at LeClaire Antiques & Appraisals, 5:30 – 8 p.m.

Restaurants and several other shops will be open late, too!

March 3rd and the first Sunday of every month – Reusable Usables - Family Yoga 3:30-4:30 p.m. Rediscover how amazing it is to be a part of your family! Ages 2 and up! $5 per person or $15 for up to four people. Taught by Jennifer Vondracek, Executive Director of yoga. No experience necessary! Ongoing event, and for more info, you can visit our website at www.reusableusables.org or our facebook page, or call 563-289-3946

March 6th - Buffalo Bill Museum repeats jewelry-making class! Wednesday, March 6th the museum will host a bracelet and earring making class at 4:00 with Janet Daugherty. Call the museum at 289-5580 to make a reservation to join the class. Bracelets are $10 each; pair of earring $5 additional. This was a very popular class last year and promises to be again this year.

March 9th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center benefiting the LeClaire Civic Club Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with trivia starting at 7 p.m. Participants may bring beer, wine, snacks and soda. Water and snacks will also be for sale. Up to eight people per table. $10 per person with a $50 table minimum. Everyone will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Contact Chris at chris@ccx.net or 563-505-6703 for reservations or information. Don't have enough for a full table? Come anyway and we can put you on a table that needs people!

March 26th - Civic Club Annual Corporation Meeting that was originally scheduled for Feb. 26th, is now rescheduled for March 26th at the LeClaire Civic Center. Pot Luck at 6:30 PM and Annual Meeting at 7:00PM. All Civic Club members and their guests are encouraged to attend. Also, anyone interested in joining the Civic Club may attend as my guests.

March 26th – Reusable Usables - Women's Full Moon Circle Yoga - 7:30-8:45 p.m. Full Moon Circle is our opportunity to explore and learn from each other, and yoga will be led by Jennifer Vondracek. We look forward to this opportunity to learn from a wonderful group of women, and to celebrate our strength, wisdom & love. $8 or donation. Ongoing event, and for more info, you can visit our website at www.reusableusables.org or our facebook page, or call 563-289-3946

March 30th - Wide River Winery Easter bonnet Contest! Be creative and have fun! Judging at 3:30p.m. Tasting room is open 11AM-7PM

April 3 - "Dinner with Mrs. Dawley" The museum's fundraiser at the Dawley Home (Crane & Pelican Café) is SOLD OUT! Dinner in a riverboat pilot's home, joined by the couple's friends and family. It will be an enjoyable evening! If you would like to be contacted if any reservations are cancelled, please send an email to: BuffaloBill@iowatelecom.net, or message the museum on FaceBook: Buffalo Bill Museum LeClaire IA (Please include your phone number, and number in party).

FYI

Wide River Winery - New location in LeClaire, IA opening soon!

Location: 1 building north of our current location at 106 N Cody Rd. Paul and his team have been working hard for months. In mid November they uncovered an opening to a tunnel that was part of the Underground Railroad. The building is being transformed and progress is made daily. We are very excited about the opportunities in LeClaire and promise to keep you posted on the opening date. Don't miss the new Wine Garden and live music events this Summer!

“LIKE” the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce on FaceBook Visit the chamber’s Face Book page and discover a great source of news, business announcements, events, and other information that is updated frequently. It’s a useful source of updated information for all members and non-members!

Watch for the Chamber Newsletter coming out mid-March!

The LeClaire Information Center is seeking volunteers to serve as “Ambassadors” introducing visitors to the attractions, shops, neighborhoods, and business opportunities in LeClaire. Training is provided; schedules are flexible. If you want to share the excitement of LeClaire, please consider this opportunity to serve your community. Call 563-289-4242 (ext 1135) or email Cindy Bruhn, Tourism Manager, at Info@VisitLeClaire.com

Chamber 2013 Networking Events - Everyone Welcome to Attend!

March 12 - McDonalds - breakfast -8am

April 9 - Wide River Winery - after hours - 5-8pm (tentative)

May 14 - Great River Financial - Lunch -Noon

June 6 - Black Watch Room - after hours - 5-8pm (1st Thursday)

July 9 - Blue Iguana - Lunch -noon

August 13 - Big Dave and Holly's - lunch -noon

September 10 - Steventon's - after hours - 5-8pm

October 8 - Hungry Hobo - lunch - noon

November 12 - Faithful Pilot - after hours -5-8pm

December 10 - Happy Joes - lunch -noon

January 14, 2014 - Sneaky Pete's - lunch -noon

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

Meet and greet Pastor Melody any Wednesday from 1-3 pm at Happy Joe's. Pastor Melody from First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire, will be at Happy Joe's in LeClaire, every Wednesday, from 1-3 pm, sipping on a soda, reading and waiting to visit with you and your friends. Stop by and say hi. Or, if you have a prayer request or a question, just let her know.

Meals for Seniors at the First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12 noon. Good food and a time to visit with others. Please call 563-289-3646 and make a reservation 2 days in advance.

Trivia Nights in LeClaire at the LeClaire Civic Center

2013 Trivia Nights:

March 9 – LeClaire Civic Center

April 6 - LeClaire Little League

May 4- LeClaire Lions

June 8 - Buffalo Bill Museum

July 13 - Hosted by First Presbyterian Church - Hurricane Sandy Victims

LeClaire Trivia Nights have raised over $95,000 for local non-profit organizations! Thank you for your continued support!

A trouble-making ghost is haunting the Adler Theatre, and what better crew to solve the mystery than Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma! Take the family out to see the hilarious live theater show Scooby-Doo Live Musical Mysteries on Saturday.

Ladies, make your way out to the RiverCenter this weekend to get health and lifestyle tips from Dolvett Quince of The Biggest Loser at the 2013 KWQC-HD 6 Women's Health & Lifestyle Fair. Enjoy a multitude of vendors and a variety of health-related activities! All proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Quad Cities.

The River Bandits are looking for hard-working, outgoing, and friendly people to assist fans this baseball season. Head out the Job Fair at Modern Woodmen Park this Saturday for a chance to work with the River Bandits! While you're there, show off your pipes and tryout to be a National Anthem singer this season as well!

Gabriel Iglesias will bring his Stand-Up Revolution Tour to the Adler Theatre on March 7! With a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects, Iglesias brings all his personal experiences to life. Gabriel's unique and animated comedy style has made him popular among fans of all ages.

Looking for an evening out to enjoy a mix of contemporary American cuisine with classic French cuisine? Indulge in the 5 Course Wine Dinner at the Bix tonight! You can even take home recipes from the dinner so you can make the dishes at home.

]]>rick@rcreader.com (Downtown Davenport Partnership)Local EventsFri, 01 Mar 2013 16:52:38 +0000Christian Care to Host 3rd Annual Trivia Nighthttp://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/christian-care-to-host-3rd-annual-trivia-night/
http://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/christian-care-to-host-3rd-annual-trivia-night/Rock Island -- Christian Care invites the general public to test its trivia knowledge at the 3rd Annual Trivia Night fundraiser on Friday, March 22, at The Rock, located at 302 First Street in Coal Valley, Illinois. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and competition begins at 7:00 p.m.

The top two teams will receive a cash prize. Mulligans will be available for purchase to augment scores. Competitors and spectators can participate in both a silent auction and a 50/50 raffle. Food and beverages will be available for sale and players may also bring their own snacks.

Proceeds will help Christian Care continue to provide much-needed services for homeless men and abused women and children, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The organization also provides a 24-hour crisis hotline and a community meal site that serves meals 19 times a week, every week of the year, for anyone who’s hungry.

Pre-registration for Christian Care’s Trivia Night is strongly encouraged and seating is limited. A table team of up to eight players may register for $80; individuals may register for $10 a person. To register or for more information, please contact Mary Maland at (309) 792-4102 or email her at cc.mary10@gmail.com.

Since moving to Iowa in 1983, Brian Hughes has maintained an active regional profile as a teacher, conductor, and author. His education includes degrees from Olivet College and the University of Northern Iowa and he has completed the coursework for the Doctor of Musical Arts in Conducting at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

As an educator, Hughes’s experience runs the gamut, with ten years in the public and parochial schools (grades 5-12) and 15 years as an Associate Professor of Music at Loras College (Dubuque). Currently he serves as a 5-8 grade string music educator in the Dubuque Community Schools while maintaining an active schedule as a band, orchestra, and choral guest conductor and clinician.

As an author, his study in wind band repertoire has been published in The Instrumentalist. He also maintains a professional blog—Score and Podium—and has written program notes for the Dubuque (IA) Symphony, the UW-Madison Symphony and Chamber Orchestras, the Knoxville (TN) Symphony, and his ongoing 12-year association with the Waterloo-Cedar Falls (IA) Symphony.

A very active conductor both at home and abroad, he has conducted many honor bands and festivals, as well as appearances with ensembles ranging from the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band, the U.S.A.F. Heartland of America Band, and the UW-Madison Wind Ensemble. An active supporter of community music, he was the first-ever Associate Conductor of the Bettendorf Park Band, and also founded the Tri-State Wind Symphony, a community-based ensemble that will celebrate its 19th season in summer 2013. He has also served as a Graduate Assistant and Associate Lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, leading the Symphony and Chamber Orchestras, the Contemporary Chamber Ensemble and the University Band.

His orchestral experience began with an eight-year appointment as Conductor of the Dubuque Youth Symphony and Assistant Conductor of the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra. He has also appeared many times with the Dubuque Community String Orchestra and his overseas travels have included guest-conducting appearances with orchestras in the Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, and Russia.

A proponent of new music, Hughes coordinated the reading/recording project at UW-Madison, and led UW-Madison ensembles in no fewer than four world premieres, including Alex Nohai-Seaman’s 50-minute Requiem for soprano and chamber orchestra. Since 1998 he has led 15 first performances of works for wind band and orchestra, most recently in 2011 with the Quad City Wind Ensemble and the Tri-State Wind Symphony.

Garnering conducting prizes from two regional Czech orchestras, Hughes is a two-time winner of the Richard and Agatha Church Conducting Prize, presented by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In recognition of his “outstanding contribution to the arts,” he was presented the 2005 Elisha Darlin Award, given by the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society. In his spare time, Hughes can be found in both the kitchen and his wine cellar, dreaming up the perfect pairing.

Elevators are located through the 16th Street entrance. For security reasons, this door is open from 6.45-7.00pm : after that, please call if you need it opened. The 5th. Avenue entrance door is open for the evening.

The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, LTD is a 501(c)3 at State and Federal level organization under US laws since 1996.]]>rick@rcreader.com (Narveen Aryaputri)Local EventsThu, 28 Feb 2013 15:44:11 +0000St. Patrick’s Day Inspired First Friday at MRDChttp://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/st-patricks-day-inspired-first-friday-at-mrdc/
http://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/st-patricks-day-inspired-first-friday-at-mrdc/Le Claire, Iowa, February 25, 2013 – March is quickly approaching and the team at Mississippi River Distilling Company is excited to host another First Friday this Friday, March 1 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. March’s “gift with purchase” is a free pint glass for every bottle purchased while supplies last. There are 200 of the special pint glasses featuring the Cody Road Whiskey logo on one side and "My St. Patty's Day Shot Glass" on the other. They will go fast so get there and make your purchase early!

We have a St. Patrick’s Day inspired drink planned in the bar for the evening called a Sham-O-Rita. It features River Baron and melon liqueur with a little sour and Sierra Mist. You don’t have to be Irish to like this one! We’ll also sample the Blueberry Rose made with River Rose Gin, blueberries and a hint of lemon. Chef Stephanie is preparing a Lenten special with seafood soup and Sorghrum Caramel Chocolate Chip Grilled Bananas.

Mississippi River Distilling Company is open from 10 AM to 5 PM Monday through Saturday and from 12 to 5 PM Sundays. Free tours are offered to the public daily on the hour from 12 to 4 PM or by appointment. The tour takes visitors through the entire distilling process. Tours end in the Grand Tasting Room with free samples of products for those patrons over 21 years of age.

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]]>rick@rcreader.com (Ryan Burchett)Local EventsThu, 28 Feb 2013 15:04:21 +0000Antique Spectacular March 1-3 at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island, ILhttp://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/antique-spectacular-march-1-3-at-the-qcca-expo-center-in-rock-island-il/
http://www.rcreader.com/news-releases/antique-spectacular-march-1-3-at-the-qcca-expo-center-in-rock-island-il/st through 3rd at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island, IL. With a sold out show of 70 exhibitors, it will be antiques galore at Antique Spectacular. The show, now in its 19th year, is located at the QCCA Expo Center, 2621 4th Avenue in Rock Island in Illinois! The show will be brimful with a wonderful selection of fine antiques and collectibles for sale. Featured will be select antique dealers with unique merchandise from around the world. Patrons will have an opportunity, all weekend, to shop the wide range of quality antiques for sale.

With the Antique Spectacular, there is always something to interest every collector including: furniture, art pottery, stoneware, books, prints, primitives, jewelry, silver, antique glassware, American Indian items, china, postcards, coins, quilts, dolls, toys, advertising, marbles, rugs, vintage textiles and period pieces. Shop, for a timeless treasure, that is new to you.

This weekend, March 1st through 3rd, the Antique Spectacular show hours are Friday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Parking is FREE and show admission is $7 and is good for admittance all three days. Patrons can check out and register on the website: www.antiquespectacular.com to print a $1 off coupon.

SHOW HOURS & ADMISSION: Friday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.$7 Admission is good for admittance all three days.

More information about the Antique Spectacular is available at www.antiquespectacular.com or by calling Kimberly Schilling at 712-326-9964. The Antique Spectacular is presented by Melting Pot Productions, Inc.